Planning my kids’ summer camp schedule is one of my least favorite things to do as a working mom. There are so many choices and it’s hard to know whether a camp is the right fit for your child and what to do if it’s not. Luckily we hit the jackpot with Galileo Summer Camp for our […]
In our house there are a few “bad” words that the kids are absolutely and completely forbidden to say, like “I hate,” “I can’t,” and “I’m bored.” But that doesn’t mean they don’t ever say say it - in other creative ways - or feel that way when we don’t have scheduled activities. How do […]
The joke around here is that our house could double as a shipping facility with all the packages continuously coming in and going out. But after heading back to work full-time, the freedom to shop in person just isn’t a luxury I enjoy anymore, so I am completely unapologetic about my dependency on online shopping and […]
If you thought DIY Batik Shirts were difficult to make - like I did before we tried this new activity - you are so wrong! Making Glue Resist Batik T-Shirts is actually super easy, super fun, and super cheap, especially if you already have glue and painting supplies handy. This is the perfect weekend activity you can […]
We just returned from one of our summer vacations and oh how much we will miss the good times together. To capture our memories, one of the things we do is a bedtime ritual called, “Review the Holiday,” where we recount the highlights of our vacation. A hands-on way to cement our happy memories is with […]
Hooray for vacation and stay at home days! Well, except for those days when the weather is too hot or too cold to get outside and run off all the extra energy from being cooped up. Even though we rotate toys - I hide stuffed animals in the attic and store birthday and holiday gifts in […]
Glitter, upcycling, and independent play: these are a few of my favorite things. When we received a box brimming with Glitter Glue, Painters Markers, School Glue and Glue Sticks from Elmer’s last weekend, I knew EXACTLY what we would do - get our craft on and create a homemade play town with items straight from […]
After our maiden voyage to Disneyland was such a magical success, we can’t wait to visit again. Short and sweet, here are our Top Ten Tips for Disneyland With Preschoolers. Don’t forget to check out our detailed post on Planning for Disneyland with Preschoolers, with tips on when to visit the park, what attractions not to […]
Disneyland is truly the happiest place on Earth. I hadn’t visited the park since 1987, so I was excited to take the kids (4 and 5 years old) on their maiden voyage, but I had no idea how absolutely magical the experience would be. Watching the children’s hearts nearly explode with joy was the best part […]
Keeping the kids occupied (meaning, not putting them in front of the TV and making sure they’re safe and not killing one another) while we prep dinner is sometimes challenging for us. A fun way to turn what can be a difficult time into an opportunity for learning is this simple Counting by Tens math […]
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May 16, 2012 in All Posts
Well, it’s time for yet another trip to Ireland. (I know, it’s like I’m always there, isn’t it?) When I return, I hope to wow you with photos of my sister-in-law’s custom Vivienne Westwood gown and one-a-kind Christian Louboutin stems. Until then… Stay tuned for some new fun reading and math games, sensory play discoveries, two […]
March 4, 2012 in All Posts, Play, Toddler Activities
Welcome to Around The World in 12 Dishes! Starting this month, we - and 12 other amazing bloggers and their children - will be taking you on a culinary adventure around the world, exploring 12 different countries in 12 months by cooking one dish from one country each month with our kids. This project is […]
March 1, 2012 in All Posts, Bake, Celebrate
It’s March! Time to start thinking about St. Patrick’s Day activities and treats. Even though Hubby bah-humbugs St. Patrick’s Day, we still celebrate the day at our house for fun. Last year we made these delicious green Shamrock Rice Krispies Treats: Recipe and complete how-to here. Here are 11 more goodies I’d love to make or […]
November 6, 2011 in All Posts, Parenting
Marlfield House is the exact opposite of Castlewood House. A large sprawling, leading luxury estate in the South East of Ireland, Marlfield House is a country house hotel set on 35 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, including an organic garden from which the chef will gather vegetables and herbs for your evening meal. I can’t […]
November 6, 2011 in All Posts, Parenting
I really do not enjoy staying in bed and breakfast inns, which to me equates to musty, old, lacy-bedquilted rooms, nosy innkeepers and noisy neighbors. Castlewood House completely blew those notions out of the water. Despite the fact that there are no great views from the rooms, it is such a wonderful B&B, with […]
November 6, 2011 in All Posts, Parenting
I had never set foot in Ireland prior to meeting Hubby and being taken through my first gauntlet with his very large, very loud, very loving family. I’ve been several times since and Jane’s already made two trips in her mere 2.75 years. If you’ve never been, here are some - definitely not all - […]
August 10, 2011 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’m craving a fresh glass of Guinness, like this one I had from Bewley’s in Dublin last week: or this pint from Buggle’s in Kilrush: Did you know that the black brew is actually the lightest non-light beer? At just over 200 calories a pint, and with tried and tested medicinal properties (like […]
April 6, 2011 in CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’m craving these colorful macaroons from Laduree: On a recent trip to the States, Hubby’s sister gifted us a lovely assortment of the most delightful, airy macaroons from the French establishment’s Dublin shop . . . . . . all I have left is an empty box of crumbs to remind me of […]
March 18, 2011 in All Posts, Bake
Okay, so even though Hubby “Bah Humbug’d” St. Patrick’s Day, he was very happy to come home to these delicious, green Rice Krispies treats in cute little shamrock shapes: Little Birdie Secrets inspired this fun St. Patrick’s Day activity that Jane and Sam enjoyed making and eating! *Photo note: We made these in the twilight […]
March 17, 2011 in All Posts, Parenting
We’re standing in the kitchen, this fine St. Patrick’s Day morning and I turn to Hubby, “Happy St. Patrick’s Day!” His response can only be described as a physical gesture of “Bah Humbug!” and some grumbling about how he doesn’t like this day of green celebration. Every year Hubby’s response is the same. I’ve never […]
